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[CRIME] · Mexico · 6 sources

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Man injured after train strike in Ciudad Mendoza, Mexico

A man who was allegedly intoxicated was struck by a train on Friday night near the DIF Municipal in Ciudad Mendoza, Veracruz. The impact caused a dislocated right shoulder and the amputation of several toes. Emergency responders from Protección Civil provided first aid and transferred the victim to the Hospital Regional IMSS‑Bienestar de Río Blanco for specialized treatment. Police and municipal authorities have opened an investigation, but the man's identity remains unknown.

The incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety near railway tracks and the risks associated with alcohol‑related behavior in public spaces.

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Ciudad Mendoza · DIF Municipal de Ciudad Mendoza · Hospital Regional IMSS‑Bienestar de Río Blanco